Why do birds make so many different sounds? A new UW–Madison study gets at the underlying factors
Ecological and evolutionary traits like body mass and beak size influence the vocalization frequency of bird species, such as the white-rumped shama (Copsychus…
Dinosaurs roamed the northern hemisphere millions of years earlier than previously thought, according to new analysis of the oldest North American fossils
A newly described dinosaur whose fossils were uncovered by UW paleontologists is challenging the existing narrative with evidence that the reptiles were present in the northern hemisphere millions of years earlier than previously known.
Project to explore enzyme behind early evolution of life on Earth
A team of scientists at UW–Madison led by bacteriology professor Betül Kaçar will explore the paleoenvironments and ancient history of Earth by bridging paleontology, artificial intelligence, synthetic biology and evolution.
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Today, they celebrated. Tomorrow, the future. Take a look at the scene as buoyant smiles and excited hugs filled the Kohl Center on Sunday as graduates — and their friends and family members — celebrated their accomplishments at Winter 2024 Commencement. See more
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A gene therapy approach to boosting the placenta developed by #UWMadison researchers is one step closer to improving birthweights of babies and sparing them the complications of an early birth and developmental difficulties later in life.
Research to treat placenta could improve human pregnancies
In humans, placental insufficiency restricts the growth of developing fetuses and typically leads to premature delivery ...
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Nathaniel Chin: Dementia risk rising in US population, new research says, doubling by 2060
A study published this week suggests the risk for developing dementia is higher than previously estimated, with projections doubling to… More
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Leopold’s journals that informed ‘A Sand County Almanac’ more accessible than ever before
Thanks to the careful work of passionate volunteers, all 1,100 handwritten pages of Leopold’s Shack journals are now more readable and searchable for public enjoyment and education.
Practical life lessons help provide recipe for success at UW–Madison Winter 2024 Commencement
Commencement speaker — and chef — Dan Jacobs prepared a chicken on stage while offering the new graduates guidance they could apply to their careers and relationships: remain curious and open to new experiences.
U.S. Cyber Command visit highlights UW–Madison’s leadership in cyber research and education
UW–Madison plays a leading role as a research and education partner for national cybersecurity. It reinforced this commitment recently by welcoming to campus a delegation from the United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), which is responsible for the Department of Defense’s cyberspace capabilities.